1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XKR | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | 320 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3310 mm |